Building Certification Assoc., Mechanical Systems Specialist

Company

Phius

Chicago or Remote

Building Certification Associate, Mechanical Systems Specialist

Full-Time

Phius is a 501(c)(3) organization leading the way in passive building standards for climate-specific and cost-optimized performance. We advance high-performance building through certification, training, and research, contributing to a more sustainable built environment. Phius is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO).

As demand for passive building grows, Phius is in search of a qualified individual to join the Phius Building Certification Team. The position will report to a Building Certification Manager, but will be expected to work independently to achieve goals and targets. Key responsibilities are listed, but not limited to:

• Reviewing building energy models for compliance with Phius and best practices
• Reviewing architectural, mechanical, electrical and plumbing drawings for compliance with Phius standards and best practices
• Communicating/responding to project-specific inquiries from Phius-certified passive building professionals
• Research projects and certification protocol development
• Database updates and general programmatic updates

• Bachelor of Science Degree in Building Performance, Mechanical or Architectural Engineering
• 3+ years of experience working in passive building or a related high-performance building field
• Energy modeling experience
• Proficiency with software generally:
  Microsoft Office, Google Docs and internet best practices
• Communication and organizational skills

• Master of Science Degree in Building Performance, Mechanical or Architectural Engineering
• 5+ years of experience working in passive building or a related high-performance building field
• Proficiency with WUFI Passive, WUFI Pro, THERM, Energy Plus or Open Studio, IES VE and/or Python

• Starting Salary: $75,000-$85,000 depending on experience
• Vacation time: 10 days per year + birthday + additional day of CTO awarded per year of service
• Sick time off: 5 days per year with up to 40 hours of unused STO rollover per year
• 403(b) (non-profit version of 401(k)):
  Employee contribution available upon sign-up and 10% employer matching after 1 year.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance:
  Phius covers 75% of the insurance premium